January 6 is an important date in American history. In 2020 it was the date the US Capitol was attacked by extremists from public enemies outside our government. On January 6, 2022 it was again an important date in American history for attacks inside our government. On the 15th vote, Republican U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy has finally been elected speaker of the House. The largest number of votes since the Civil War. His bid to become speaker now that the Republicans again have a majority drew opposition from the extreme right wing of his party. McCarthy won the speakership with 216 votes to Democrat Hakeem Jeffries 212. The speaker must win a majority of votes cast; “present” votes don’t count as votes cast, and six Republicans voting “present,” lowering the total needed to achieve a majority. All Democrats had consistently voted for Jeffries, who will be the first Black lawmaker to have a leadership position in the body. After the 14th vote, things got heated on the House floor. Republican Rep. Mike Rogers of Alabama lunged at another GOPer, Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, and Rogers were restrained by others while pointing a finger at Gaetz, something seen as a hostile gesture since Gaetz had voted present on McCarthy’s nomination after being expected to possibly vote yes.
Jan 6 Repeats With Potential Violence At The Capital And Concessions To Greatest AntiLGBTQ Gang Ever
- Al Ferguson
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